The team of Jonathan Maberry and Marvel has done it again! They have created a great story in the classic What If scenario. For those of you who are lost, Jonathan Maberry is the writer who brought us the kick ass story, The Marvel Universe vs. the Punisher. In that story, Frank Castle was at war with zombies of our favorite heroes as well as villains. This time is the Avengers vs. a world full of cannibals.
Something is turning heroes, villains, and civilians into cannibals. It is up to the Avengers to defend the planet while the top minds try to find a cure. Issue #1 is titled “Powerless” because the main focus is on a hero who doesn’t have any powers but that doesn’t stop him from being a great hero. That man’s name is Hawkeye. We see the story from his perspective and it really tugs at the reader’s heart.
Towards the end of the issue, we have lost some key players on the Avengers team, but Hawkeye is one of the ones still standing. While in battle, they notice a ship flying towards them and it eventually lands. Is this a friend or foe? Will it be a rescue attempt or will it be doom for the Avengers? Well, I am not going to tell you, you need to get the issue.
Jonathan Maberry is a great writer and this story proves it! Marvel has another hit on their hands. I cannot wait until issue #2 hits the shelves! I give this book a well-deserved 15 out of 10 rating. Well, what are you waiting for? Get your copy while you still can.
Writer: Jonathan Maberry Color: Lee Loughridge
Artist: Leandro Fernandez Publisher: Marvel
